DESMOND NII QUAYE QUARSHIE
Tema
Summary
Accomplished IT Governance, Risk, and Compliance Executive with over a decade of experience driving organizational security, compliance, and risk management strategies across financial services, technology, and global consulting firms. Expertise in aligning IT frameworks with business objectives while managing cross-functional teams to enhance security postures and regulatory adherence. Proven track record in implementing SOX, ISO 27001, COBIT, GDPR, PCI DSS, and NIST standards. A visionary leader committed to fostering innovation, compliance, and a robust security culture.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
12
12
Certification
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
IT Governance, Risk & Complianc
PwC
Dallas
10.2020 - Current
- Spearheaded enterprise-wide IT governance, risk, and compliance initiatives, resulting in a 40% improvement in audit scores and overall regulatory compliance
- Led cross-functional teams to assess and strengthen IT control frameworks, reducing critical vulnerabilities by 35%
- Developed and executed strategic plans for SOX, PCI DSS, and GDPR compliance, ensuring seamless integration with business objectives
- Oversaw vendor risk management programs, introducing third-party risk assessment protocols that reduced vendor-related incidents by 30%
- Delivered executive-level training on compliance, cybersecurity best practices, and regulatory changes to build organizational resilience
Information Security Assurance Manager
Fidelity Bank Ghana
09.2017 - 11.2019
- Directed the design and implementation of ISO 27001-aligned information security programs, ensuring the protection of sensitive data and systems
- Established and monitored KPIs for compliance and risk management, leading to a 25% increase in operational efficiency
- Designed and facilitated cybersecurity awareness programs for over 500 employees, fostering a security-conscious workforce
- Partnered with regulators and external auditors to ensure full compliance with local and international standards, achieving 100% regulatory compliance
IT Governance & Compliance Specialist
Societe Generale Ghana
07.2015 - 01.2017
- Evaluated and improved internal controls, policies, and procedures, aligning with regulatory frameworks and industry standards
- Conducted risk assessments and gap analyses to identify vulnerabilities, implementing remediation plans that enhanced the bank’s IT posture
- Collaborated with senior management to design robust disaster recovery and business continuity plans, minimizing downtime risk
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Economics and Psychology
University of Ghana
Ghana 02.2015 - 07.2019
Skills
- Strategic IT Audit & Compliance Leadership
- IT Governance Frameworks (COBIT, COSO)
- Cybersecurity Risk Management
- Regulatory Compliance (SOX, GDPR, PCI DSS, HIPAA)
- IT General Controls (ITGC) & Remediation Strategies
- Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)
- Vendor Risk Management
- Policy Development & Implementation
- Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting
- Audit Tools: ACL, GRC platforms, SOX reporting tools
- Data Analytics: Python, SQL, Power BI, Tableau
- Security Tools: Nessus, Wireshark, Qualys
- Frameworks: ISO 27001, COBIT, NIST, GDPR
- Cloud Platforms: AWS, Microsoft Azure
- Strategic Decision-Making & Visionary Leadership
- Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
- Communication & Stakeholder Engagement
- Problem Solving & Analytical Thinking
- Organizational Change Management
Certification
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), In Progress
- Certified Cybersecurity GRC-IT Audit, YesYouCan CyberSecure, LLC
- Ethical Hacking, EC-Council
- Network Defense, EC-Council
- Data Science and Cybersecurity, IBM
- AI Governance, PECB
Leadershipandsoftskills
- Strategic Decision-Making & Visionary Leadership
- Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
- Communication & Stakeholder Engagement
- Problem Solving & Analytical Thinking
- Organizational Change Management
Timeline
IT Governance, Risk & Complianc
PwC
10.2020 - Current
Information Security Assurance Manager
Fidelity Bank Ghana
09.2017 - 11.2019
IT Governance & Compliance Specialist
Societe Generale Ghana
07.2015 - 01.2017
Bachelor’s Degree - Economics and Psychology
University of Ghana
02.2015 - 07.2019
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